Hello, my name is Briana Scurry, I am 42 years old. In the summer of 1999, my 20 amazing teammates and I captured the hearts of America by beating China in a penalty kick shootout live in front of 90,000 screaming fans at the Rose Bowl in Pasadena, CA.

I was the one that made the single save during … When at the top of her game, Briana could easily tune out 90,000 fans screaming from … [Briana Scurry] There's tons of girls playing, and one out of every two girls will get a concussion playing soccer. Take a quick look at Briana Scurry’s storied career. ALEXANDRIA, VA - One of the top female athletes in history is taking up a crusade against concussions. Briana Scurry was injured in a professional game in 2010%2C and has not played since; Blow to head left her with concussion%2C severe headaches that have persisted [Briana Scurry]: Well, we were made aware on my National team through the trainers and the doctors. 16056. Above: Briana Scurry suffered from headaches and depression after she sustained a concussion while playing for the Washington Freedom in 2010. Olympic and World Cup soccer champion Briana Scurry walks in Rock Creek Park in Washington, D.C. on Oct. 22. Check out this video to see more of what she’s been up to! And kickstarted her role as advocate. That's a high rate— but most of those concussions are going to become—they'll be fine. One of the true legends of U.S. Soccer, Briana Scurry has experienced some of the greatest moments of her life on a soccer pitch. [Concussion Connection]: What you knew about concussions, what you were taught through the national team or through your professional team, or were you just aware it was a head injury? Eighty-five percent of those girls that get concussions will get right back in there and play again, and be fine, not have any lingering symptoms. In 2010 Briana suffered a concussion that not only cut short her incredible soccer career, but hijacked her mind and body. Concussion Awareness - Briana Scurry. [Briana Scurry] I felt that— I may have something to share with this experience and my journey with concussion. Briana Scurry is a world champion soccer goalie, but … Between testifying in Congress, commentating on the World Cup, and public speaking, Briana has had a busy few years. I am a two-time Olympic gold medalist and World Cup Champion. It's that 15% that don't heal right away. You may remember me. 053: Concussion Awareness with Briana Scurry. Unfortunately, it’s also where she suffered one of the most devastating. Briana Scurry Talks Concussions The Olympian and Women's World Cup champion on the brain injury that ended her goalkeeping career.